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I had Cellfina May 29, 2015, and the procedure is...
KST8357June 18, 2015
I had Cellfina May 29, 2015, and the procedure is anything but "minimally invasive" as the brochure and internet lead you to believe. I did my research the best I could, and decided against Cellulaze, mostly because of the bad reviews on this site, and elsewhere. The Cellfina felt more like major surgery, and I think I have a pretty high tolerance for this kind of stuff. There was significant bruising, pain and swelling afterward. It has been three weeks, and I am still not healed, and I think my cellulite is much worse. I will now post pictures that are three weeks later, but will also try to post pictures from one day after.
Replies (36)
July 1, 2015
I have to disagree. I had cellfina performed today and it was nothing like you've described. Perhaps your a person who bruises easily and can't take much pain.
July 1, 2015
You should write a review about your experience. Also, please try to remember that this site is meant to be a place of support. It is okay if someone has a different experience than you did and this is a safe place for them to be honest about it. Like you alluded, we are all different.
July 1, 2015
That's true. That's why I posted a response. I don't want people to think her experience will be the same for everyone. Although, I typically don't write reviews, I'll consider your suggestion. However, I'm opposed to posting pictures of my naked body on the Internet.
July 2, 2015
You don't have to post pics unless you want to, but like you said- you want people to know that KST8357's experience is not what you experienced and the best way for people to get a better picture of what to expect is to have lots of reviews to read. We'd love to hear all about it and especially about your recovery- this is such a new treatment a lot of people have questions about what to really expect. But it is entirely up to you :)
July 17, 2015
Due to the fact that I had no driver with me, the doctor would not let me have the usual offered anti-anxiety or pain medication. Since you just had the cellfina performed that day, that may have made a difference for you. I did not fell bad until that night, and the next few days was when most of the pain and bruising occurred. I am actually not a person who bruises easy, and feel I have higher than average pain tolerance also. So the purpose of my post was to share my surprisingly painful experience to help others.
September 25, 2015
Please add your review and after photos, if possible. I'm thinking of getting this done in CA. I'd like to read more positive reviews. Thanks!
January 14, 2016
Heightcell, thats just plain rude! The bruising the lady had speaks for itself!! If you are going to be so hateful perhaps this is not the forum for you to be in. We all support each other here.
July 3, 2015
I have to agree in every respect! I actually had Cellulaze done, (which seems to me almost exactly the same thing no?) and, although I have a very high tolerance for pain, it was extremely painful - AND - bad results - my cellulite is worse than ever! Sooooo upsetting as it is extremely expensive!
July 4, 2015
Really? Wow. I don't know what to say. I'm happy with my results so far. I had my procedure 4 days ago and when I tried on a pair of bright yliw shorts with the skimpiest underwear I could find, I didn't see any cellulite poking through, which wasn't the case prior to the procedure. Keep in mind I had 28 spots treated. I'm sorry it didn't work out for you. Regarding the difference between this procedure and cellulaze, during cellulaze the fluid that's injected breaks the bad while in this procedure, the bands are broken with a device similar to a saw. I really hope as you heal you see some improvement. No one has money to waste.
July 25, 2015
please could you add any follow-up to this? Have you still had no results? I was excited about doing this procedure until I saw your post.
July 27, 2015
Hi, yes I should and will do an update soon. My hesitation is because I am still not happy, so don't like to think about it / look at / take pictures.
UPDATED FROM KST8357
1 month post
Cellfina
KST8357June 29, 2015
Pictures from during the procedure to one week later. Still not happy with the results.
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June 30, 2015
Wow!!! I thought this procedure was supposed to be "not invasive"! From the pics it looks pretty invasive! Would love to see current photos if possible, are you're still bruised?
June 30, 2015
It has now been one month, and yes still a little bruised, but better. Still not happy with results. Was hoping for more results after a month. I thought it was way more invasive. I probably have even more graphic photos I was afraid to post!
July 1, 2015
Would love to see the results after the brushing is gone. I'm hopeful for you.
June 30, 2015
Wow thanks so much for posting these. I'm sorry you still aren't happy. Please let us know if anything changes or if you talk to your doc and learn something- anything at all, we'd love to hear how things continue to go for you.
July 3, 2015
Thanks for posting. I'm sorry you had a bad experience and I hope everything heals up nicely! Keep us posted on your status!
July 5, 2015
Hope it all works out after you've healed. What does your doctor say? I heard great things about this, so I'm hoping once things settle that you're happy with results.
UPDATED FROM KST8357
10 months post
UPDATE
KST8357March 2, 2016
Today, March 2, 2016 I am still not happy with the results. The reason I have not been back on to update or add pictures is I really don't like thinking about it because I am so disappointed. I do have a follow up with the doctor on March 4th.
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March 3, 2016
So sorry to hear that. They sure do advertise it like it's God's gift to Cellulite. Looks really painful.
March 3, 2016
I am led to believe that in the right hands Celfina works. Doesn't look like your surgeon was well experienced. I have to say you did look better before this and so sorry. This is unfortunate and so very sad
March 3, 2016
Thank you for sharing your review. It's one of the only ones I've found that expresses disappointment in the procedure ... which is really helpful. I'm just sorry it didn't work out the way you had hoped. Please do keep us posted on your follow-up with the doctor; I wonder if he can provide you with insight as to why the results were poor, which you could share. Best wishes!
March 13, 2016
How are you now? Any update from the doctor? I'm booked for a treatment next week - I'm re-thinking after your experience.
March 13, 2016
Hello, I am sorry that the Cellfina did not turn out as you had hoped. It sounds like your Dr. has integrity, though, and is willing to help you out if he can... That's very nice to hear... May I ask in what city you had the treatment done?
Thanks for starting a review and for posting pics. Did your doctor tell you how long it would take to see results? I'm wondering if you are still swollen maybe, but this treatment is so new I have no idea what to think. I'm looking forward to hearing what happens with the healing- please keep us posted as to whether you start to see some changes or if things stay the same.